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Sunday, April 10, 2011

Spa Facial Treatments

Look at these steps of a great facial!!!

Facials are so good for you and your skin!  It is so relaxing.  It is important to use the best of ingredients. I get products from the health food store and use Nu Skin products.



                                    Facial Benefits
1. Deep Cleanses
2. Exfoliates (takes off dead skin)
3. Increases circulation and detoxifies
4. Relaxes senses, nerves, and muscles
5. Slows premature aging
6. Corrects or alleviates dryness, oiliness and redness
7. Softens wrinkles and aging lines
8. Helps clear up blemishes and minor acne
9. Releases toxins
10. Oxygenates skin tissue


           Facial Steps
1. Cleanse skin (soft face brush)
2. Steam towel (analysis and consultation)
3. Exfoliate (scrub pad)
4. Steam towel
5. Extractions if needed (cover eyes , use kleenex
    put in triangle wrap around fingers)
6. If extractions cleanse face again
7. Wax (if needed )
8. Steam towel
9. Mask
10. Foot massage with hot towels (put gloves on)
11. Cold cotton on eyes
12. Steam towel
13. Toner
14. Acne med. treatment (if needed)
15. Moisturize
16. Eye cream
17. Sun screen
18. Lip Balm
* When doing extractions spread skin out, mound up,
   wiggle gently out. Do not force it will damage skin.

Massage Techniques
1. Efflearage- to rub and stroke
2. Petrissage- kneading and pinching
3.Topotment- rapid finger tapping or slapping lightly
4. Shiatsa- finger pressure (temples and sinus)
Tip: Jojoba oil is great for massage!


Facial Product Set Up
Antibacterial Soap
Cleanser
Exfoliate
Mask
Feet Sanitizer
Foot lotion, oil, and mint gel
Eye cream and coolant
Massage cream and oils
Aromatherapy oils
Toner
Moisturizer
Acne cream
Sunscreen

What does Cleansers do to the Skin?
1. Dissolve dirt and makeup
2. Unblock pores
3. Prepares skin for other products
4. Some cleansers have additional ingredients that help with certain  skin conditions.

What do Toners do to the Skin?
1. Remove residue left behind by cleansers
2. Restores skin PH balance after cleansing
3. Temporary tightens 
4. Helps skin conditions (depending on ingredients)

What does Exfoliates do to the Skin? 
 

1. It makes skin smoother by removing dead skin
2. Penetrates outer layer of the skin (epidermis)
3. Brings cells to the surface to renew cells
4. Makes application of makeup smoother and easier
5. Stimulates blood flow


What does a Mask do to the Skin?
1. Tighten and tone
2. Draws out impurities out of the pores
3. Clears up blemishes
4. Hydrates and nourishes
5. Rejuvenates, calms, and soothes the skin


What does Moisturizers do for the Skin?
1. Repairs tissue 
2. Protects barrier layer
3. Hydrates


 There are four formulas:
A. Lotions- water based, lighter
B. Hydrator- attracts water to skin
C. Creams- heavier moisturizer
D. Treatment creams- great for over night when you sleep
Treatment creams for oily skin usually have very little or no emollients.  
Sunscreens protect skin from UV rays to protect from sunburn.
Non chemical sunscreens, such as titanium dioxide are physical blocks, that do not irritate the skin so much.

What causes allergic reactions from skin products?
1. Allergens
2. Irritants
3. Fragrances
4. Essential oils
5. Preservatives
If you have any reaction to a product remove quickly with cool water.

Taking care of your skin makes you feel great!  For both woman and men!

 Nu Skin is a good product

Getting a Facial

The Feel of a Spa
 
What Spa Facial Treatment is right for you?




1. Sensitive Skin Facial- hypoallergenic products, using a lighter touch.

2. Teen Facial- learn new good skin care habits.


3. Acne Facial- using medicated treatments to heal acne.


4. Deep Cleaning Facial- clean black heads and use clay masks to clean deep in pores.


5. Exfoliating Facial- getting off top layer of dead skin.


6. Men's Facial- relaxing and cleansing with men fragrances.


7. Back Facial- relaxing, softens skin with soothing massage.


8. Oxygen Facial- using products that produce oxygen for vitality.


9. Galvanic Facial- helps improve ingredient absorption and moisture retention.


10. Anti- Aging Facial- reduces wrinkles, tightens skin.


11. Custom Facial- pick and choose treatments.

 Facial Benefits 

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